Steelheader#1
I live in S.E. Wa, and primarily fish small rivers (Skookumchuck size). to pick an area, I have about a mile long stretch of several rivers I have gotten to know intimately. Every rock, slot, tree limb etc.Alot can be said for knowing where the fish will be on a small river.
I move along fairly quickly, and target agressive fish. Try to move either bait or lure through every two feet of fishable water, and if nothing happens, on to next spot. Get a lot of fish between holes in small moving slots.